licensed

adjective

li·​censed ˈlī-sᵊn(t)st How to pronounce licensed (audio)
Synonyms of licensednext
: having a valid license required to engage in a particular business, occupation, or activity
licensed drivers
a licensed cosmetologist
A licensed anesthesiologist must always be in the facility, though, depending on the procedure, not necessarily in the room with the patient.—Barbara M. Swanson

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The licensed players and NIL concept revived the college game, but complicated features like this beloved one. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Although consumers cannot access the private MLS directly, licensed agents can view information that is not publicly available, including showing instructions, price-change histories and other market data. — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 Licensing partner Jon Wayne Gurman of JWG Sports Licensing LLC has launched BKFC’s retail presence nationwide with an exclusive lifestyle collection of officially licensed men’s and young men’s graphic tees. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 31 July 2026 When the bill to ban the kiosks passed during the most recent legislative session, there were roughly 350 licensed cryptocurrency kiosks operating in the state, run by eight companies. — Aki Nace, CBS News, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for licensed

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1632, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of licensed was circa 1632

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“Licensed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/licensed. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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